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Strain To Avoid Crossword Clue

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noun

• a species of bacterium normally present in intestinal tract of humans and other animals; sometimes pathogenic; can be a threat to food safety

28%6Strain or strain off solids from liquid
verb

• lay bare

28%9Strain or strain the ears
verb

• be dissonant or harsh

• cause to sound harsh and unpleasant

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